Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harms) Seigler & Ebinger
Source:
ipni
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Novon25: 200 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423895
Common Names
- Pseudosenegalia feddeana
- Feddes Pseudosenegalia
- Feddeana Pseudosenegalia
Description
Pseudosenegalia feddeana (also called Prickly-broom, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 12 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical dry shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudosenegalia feddeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pseudosenegalia feddeana is a small, white to yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudosenegalia feddeana is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or in a container.
Where to Find Pseudosenegalia feddeana
Pseudosenegalia feddeana is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It can be found in the wild in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Pseudosenegalia feddeana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudosenegalia feddeana?
Pseudosenegalia feddeana
What is the common name of Pseudosenegalia feddeana?
Fedde's Pseudosenegalia
Where is Pseudosenegalia feddeana native to?
South America
Species in the Pseudosenegalia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family